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Course outline of Biology 242 (FORMERLY ANP 214)
COURSE TITLE: ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II
CURRICULUM: College Transfer
TYPE OF COURSE: Biological Lab Science
CREDITS: 5
LENGTH OF COURSE: one quarter of 3 lecture hours + 4 lab hours per week
CLASS SIZE: 24
PREREQUISITE: Biology 241 at SCCC with a grade of 2.0 or better, or by
instructor permission.
REQUIRED FEE(S): Biology Lab Fee
Course Description
This is the 2nd quarter of a two quarter anatomy and
physiology sequence for college transfer and/or allied health prerequisites.
Among the students served by this course are those aiming for careers in
nursing, medical assistants, and other paramedical disciplines.
This course is also useful for students in the biological sciences, science
technology, physical education, and pre-medicine.
Course Objectives
Anatomy and Physiology I and II are designed to provide a foundation in human
biology. This includes a familiarity with the basic anatomical and histological
organization of the human body and its physiology. Students will learn what the
various organs of the body do to contribute to the overall physiology of the
body as well as the interaction between them. Pathology is also studied as
examples of disruption to normal body homeostasis.
Course Content
1. Digestive System: Study of the anatomy of the organs, histology of the
tissues, digestion and absorption of food material.
2. Metabolism: An overview of the phases of glucose oxidation, glucose
metabolism and thermoregulation.
3. Endocrine System: Study of endocrine glands, hormones produced, and
action of the hormones on the target tissues.
4. Sensory System: Study of the anatomy
and physiology of the eyes, hearing, balance, taste, smell and general senses.
5. Nervous System: Study of action potentials, synapses, histology and
physiology of neurons. Study of the parts of the brain and
spinal cord, functional organization, and interrelatedness with other systems.
6. Urinary System: Study of the anatomy of the kidneys; filtration, absorption,
and excretions in the kidneys; and the relationships of blood volume and blood
flow to the kidney.
7. Fluids and Electrolyte: Study of the characteristics and regulation of
water, Na+, K+, Cl-, buffers and pH in the body.
8. Reproductive System: Study of the histology, anatomy, and physiology
of the male and female reproductive systems.
9. (optional if time is available) Overview of
Development and Embryology: Study of the basic processes of development in the
human embryo.
Updated: June 27, 2008
Created:
August 20, 1997
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